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Gold Coast news — July 2026

Every story we published in July 2026.

1. Politics · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast Council's Fast-Track Planning Draws Scrutiny Over Approval Timelines

   A push to speed up development approvals on the Gold Coast is raising questions about whether residents will have adequate time to object to local projects.

2. Lifestyle · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast Residents Share Stories Shaping Australia's Most Vibrant Coastal City

   From Surfers Paradise to Burleigh Heads, the people of Gold Coast are what bring this vibrant city to life

3. News · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast extends light rail to airport and Burleigh Heads

   Decades of planning battles, two Olympics bids and a pandemic that reshaped commuter habits have quietly built the political case for extending the city's light rail north to Burleigh Heads and south to the airport.

4. Finance · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast housing shortage worsens as feds miss targets

   Federal construction program falls short, deepening the home shortage crisis affecting Gold Coast buyers and renters.

5. Property · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast Renters Challenge Soaring Property Prices in Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads

   With property prices surging in hotspots like Broadbeach and Burleigh Heads, renters are weighing up the real cost of leasing versus buying on the glitter strip.

6. News · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast Residents Detail Daily Disruptions From Short-Term Rentals

   Gold Coast locals describe daily disruptions from short-term rentals in their streets as council weighs new rules ahead of the 2032 Games.

7. News · 25 July 2026

   Explore 10 Must-See Gold Coast Attractions and Activities

   An evergreen guide to getting out and about in Gold Coast.

8. Community · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast weekend guide: beaches, hinterland and dining

   Discover beyond the theme parks: pristine beaches, scenic hinterland walks, and acclaimed restaurants worth the visit this weekend.

9. News · 25 July 2026

   Gold Coast races to capitalize on Olympic legacy before six-year window closes.

   With six years until the Brisbane-South-East Queensland Games, the Gold Coast is betting big on Coomera and Robina, and global precedent says timing is everything.

10. News · 25 July 2026

    Voices from Affected Community Members on Short-Term Rental Regulations

    Gold Coast locals describe daily pressures from rising Airbnb numbers in their streets and call for tighter council rules.

11. Property · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast Opens Five Display Homes at Vantage Logan Reserve Saturday

    A new residential precinct south of the city opens its doors this weekend with five display homes ready for inspection, tapping into strong downsizer and first-home buyer demand across the region.

12. Lifestyle · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast's Unique Transit System Blends Light Rail With Coastal Geography

    From the G:link light rail to the coastal surf culture, the city’s transit network reflects a geography found nowhere else.

13. Property · 25 July 2026

    First-Time Buyers Navigate $850,000 Gold Coast Market Competitively

    With Queensland's median house price sitting near $850,000 and competition fierce from downsizers and investors, first-home buyers on the Gold Coast need a sharper strategy than ever.

14. Finance · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast fuel pump audit results highlight need for bowser accuracy checks

    A national audit has found some Australian bowsers are short-changing motorists, prompting Gold Coast drivers to verify pump accuracy.

15. Finance · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast Economic and Tech Expansion Reshaping Local Job and Talent Market

    Growth in the economy and tech sector alongside major developments and new investment leadership are influencing employment patterns and skills demand.

16. Community · 25 July 2026

    Surfers Paradise Buzzes With Five Must-See Events This Week

    Surfers Paradise is buzzing with change, culture and community spirit this week.

17. Community · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast Schools 2026: Parents Navigate Government, Catholic, Independent Options

    Government, Catholic, independent and selective schools, navigating the Gold Coast education system.

18. Property · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast Light Rail Lifts Property Prices Near Burleigh

    Gold Coast light rail Stage 4 drives 14% price rises in Burleigh Heads, Miami and West Burleigh. Homes near future stops see strongest buyer competition.

19. Wellness · 25 July 2026

    The Science and Research Behind Mindfulness Meditation: A Gold Coast Perspective

    Exploring the local initiatives and studies that prove the benefits of mindfulness meditation for overall wellbeing

20. Politics · 25 July 2026

    Gold Coast Council Defends Budget as Queensland Reviews Rate-Setting Powers

    A Queensland government review of local government rate-setting is forcing the Gold Coast to justify spending decisions that directly affect what residents pay each quarter.